IEA 82: Presumption as to document admissible in England without proof of seal or signature, No Corresponding BSA Section
The Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 has no section corresponding to Section 82 IEA.
What Happened to IEA 82?
Section 82 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872 was not carried into the BSA. It dealt with documents admissible in England or Ireland, and there is no counterpart.
IEA 82 Has No Corresponding BSA Section
The Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 replaced the Indian Evidence Act, 1872 from 1 July 2024. The official comparison tables list no section of the Adhiniyam for Section 82 IEA (Presumption as to document admissible in England without proof of seal or signature).
What IEA 82 Means in Practice
FAQs: IEA 82
Does the BSA have a presumption for documents admissible in England or Ireland?▼
No. Section 82 IEA was not carried into the BSA, and the BSA has no counterpart for it.
Disclaimer: This comparison is for informational purposes only. The new criminal laws came into effect on 1 July 2024. Consult a qualified advocate for legal advice.
Sources: Indian Evidence Act, 1872 · Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023 ·